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LY51 DYB

2001 BMW K Series

Yellow Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

31,919 mi
Last recorded31,919 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 DYB
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 31,919 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 31,124 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,594 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 29,291 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 29,291 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 27,202 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 23,408 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 22,299 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,075 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 16,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 13,911 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 13,695 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 12,908 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 129,041 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2011 12,906 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2009 11,755 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 10,778 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 9,019 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 4,241 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

small cut in rear tyre

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LY51 DYB is a 2001 BMW K Series in Yellow with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2001 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,606 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY51 DYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY51 DYB registered?

LY51 DYB is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is LY51 DYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 DYB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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